Apartments & Villas in Phuket
Phuket is an island off the southwest coast of Thailand and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. Located in the Andaman Sea, it is approximately the same size as Singapore which makes it Thailand’s largest island.
Phuket is home to a wide variety of beaches that are visited by millions of tourists every year. Western Phuket is a well-known tourist hub. It is home to
Patong, the party capital of Asia, as well as many beaches that attract tourists from all around the world.
Phang Nga Bay, which is known for it's iconic limestone rock formations, also draws tourists who usually arrive for a day-trip. You can take in it's natural beauty from the land or even go sea canoeing in order to explore this famous place which is widely know as 'James Bond Island'. Many of the beaches in the west of the island are the most popular ones but you can also go to the lesser known beaches elsewhere around the island. Phuket is fairly large so the most popular way to get around is by hiring a tuk-tuk minivan, a motorbike taxis or even hop on a ferry. Make sure you agree on the price beforehand though. There are many watersport activities to do and the most popular activities include
reef snorkelling, sailing and diving. Kite surfing is also popular in Nai Yang in summer and Chalong Bay in winter.You can also visit some of the natural landmarks such as
Prom Thep Cape or one of the many beautiful and impressive waterfalls. Phuket has its fair share of historic landmarks including the ancient
Chalong Temple. If you want to get away from the throngs of tourists on the beaches you can also escape inland to
The Phra Taew National Park or
The Gibbon Project. Apartments in Phuket range from basic rooms to luxury villas. On Wimdu.com you are sure to find a selection of accommodation in Phuket to suit your budget and traveling style. There are many options to rent a private room in a shared apartment or even stay in a room in a luxury villa in Phuket. You can also rent a whole apartment to yourself for ultimate comfort and privacy.
Rent an Apartment in Phuket
Many people take advantage of their time in Southeast Asia by traveling around. If you are a backpacker or want to expore more of this part of the world you might want to also check out our
budget accommodation in Bangkok as well as
vacation rentals in Bali and
apartments in Singapore. Whether arriving from afar or stopping off on Phuket during a Southeast Asia tour, Phuket Town is usually the first stop for most people. Staying in a guesthouse in Phuket Town or renting a room in the center for a day or two is a good option in order to get your bearings. However, you can rent all kinds of apartments around Phuket island which are located in the main towns as well as near the beaches. If you are unsure as to which type of vacation rental in Phuket is best for you then just take a look at what is on offer. On
Wimdu.com you can easily filter results and read more details about each apartment. You can see pictures of the accommodation and read the descriptions to find out what type of amenieties are available in each apartment. You can also see reviews and ratings from other travelers who have already stayed in the property to get a better idea of what to expect and to work out whether it is right for you. The great thing about Wimdu is that we put you in direct contact with property owners. Before you book, you can contact a host directly using our messaging service to ask any questions or if you have specific requests.
Stay in a Villa in Phuket
Phuket is popular with tourists and expatriates alike. Many choose to stay for months at a time, often renting apartments or beach huts, because of the island’s convenient location within Southeast Asia. Prices for accommodation are much lower than in the States or in Europe so the western traveler can afford to splash out a little and even rent a luxury villa in Phuket. Even if you have a lower budget, this type of premium accommodation in Phuket is affordable when you book on Wimdu.com. Don't forget that Wimdu also have many vacation rental solutions around the rest of Southeast Asi so why not check out our accommodation in other popular destinations such as
Manila and
Singapore too.
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